Pochi
Meaning
a classic Japanese name
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
/ˈpoʊtʃi/
Traits associated with the name Pochi:
Dogs named Pochi tend to be loving, industrious, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and empathy.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Pochi?
That you have a fondness for Japanese culture and language. Pochi is a Japanese word for "dog".
Is Pochi a good dog name?
Pochi has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Pochi isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall

Pochi is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Pochi was, in the past month, the 256th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of April 2025, Pochi is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Pochi was viewed 84 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Pochi's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Pochi is most adored in Hawaii, Nevada and Illinois.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Delaware, Michigan and South Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Pochi.
Most popular breeds named Pochi:
- Shiba Inu
- Pomeranian
- Poodle
- Yorkshire Terrier
- Cocker Spaniel
Pochi is found in these categories:
japanese
Common pet name in Japan, often used for dogs.
Dog names like Pochi:

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